Phrataria replicataria
Scientific NamePhrataria replicataria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)32
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsbrown, white
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Host Plantsunknown
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (often a 'looper' caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are known for their characteristic 'looping' movement.
Identification TipsEasily identified by the distinctive broad, wavy, dark brown and white banding pattern across both forewings and hindwings.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its striking wing pattern of broad, wavy, alternating dark brown and white bands across its wings.
